What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Engineer position at TI Automotive?
Job Responsibilities:
- Review and analyze product specifications, test procedures, and design documentation to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
- Develop, implement, and maintain quality plans, work instructions, inspection procedures, and visual aids.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for process or product nonconformities.
- Conduct audits (internal, supplier, and product) and lead resolution of identified issues.
- Support validation of new processes, equipment, and product launches through structured testing and verification methods.
- Monitor quality trends and metrics, using tools like SPC, FMEA, control plans, and capability studies to drive improvements.
- Interface with suppliers and customers on quality issues, requirements, and corrective actions.
- Ensure quality system compliance with ISO 9001, IATF 16949, or relevant standards.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to improve production quality and process capability.
- Provide support for incident investigation, including documentation, safety follow-ups, and continuous improvement feedback.
- Participate in the training of personnel on quality standards and procedures.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including inspection reports, audit findings, and quality records.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field) required.
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt) preferred.
- 2–5 years of experience in a quality engineering, manufacturing, or process improvement role.
- Experience with root cause analysis, corrective action (CAPA), and statistical quality tools.
- Prior experience in automotive.
- Proficiency in quality tools such as FMEA, control plans, PPAP, SPC, MSA, and APQP.
- Skilled in data analysis and quality software.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
Working Conditions:
- Office & manufacturing floor environment.
- The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; also occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. Occasional lifting or moving objects of up to 25 pounds is possible; heavier objects will be moved with assistance from other employees or equipment.
EEO Statement:
TI Automotive is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.